Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
terskeicus
ID:
574149

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klokov

Source:
wcs

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Rasoobrazov. Thymus Sov. Soyuza : 160 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000573481

Common Names

  • Thymus Terskeicus
  • Terskeicus Thyme
  • Terskei's Thyme

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Description

Thymus terskeicus (also called Thyme, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Europe and North Africa. It grows up to 30 cm tall and has a dense, rounded habit. The leaves are small, linear, and hairy in texture. The flowers are small and pink-purple in color. It is found in dry, rocky, and sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Thymus terskeicus is a popular ornamental plant and is used in flower arrangements. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens and as a filler in bouquets. The plant is drought tolerant and can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thymus terskeicus has small white flowers that bloom in the summer. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thymus terskeicus is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a sandy soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun and require regular watering during the summer months.

Where to Find Thymus terskeicus

Thymus terskeicus is native to Europe and can be found in temperate regions.

Thymus terskeicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thymus terskeicus?

Thymus terskeicus

What is the common name of Thymus terskeicus?

Terskei Thyme

What is the natural habitat of Thymus terskeicus?

Mountainous regions

Species in the Thymus genus

Thymus adamovicii, Thymus aitanae, Thymus alatauensis, Thymus albicans, Thymus alfredae, Thymus algeriensis, Thymus almeriensis, Thymus almijarensis, Thymus alpestris, Thymus altaicus, Thymus alternans, Thymus amurensis, Thymus antoninae, Thymus aragonensis, Thymus arcanus, Thymus arcuatus, Thymus arenarius, Thymus argaeus, Thymus armuniae, Thymus arsenijevii, Thymus artvinicus, Thymus arundanus, Thymus athous, Thymus atlanticus, Thymus atticus, Thymus aznavourii, Thymus baeticus, Thymus baicalensis, Thymus bashkiriensis, Thymus beltraniae, Thymus benitorum, Thymus bermius, Thymus bihoriensis, Thymus bleicherianus, Thymus boissieri, Thymus bornmuelleri, Thymus borysthenicus, Thymus borzygis, Thymus bovei, Thymus brachychaetus, Thymus brachychilus, Thymus bracteatus, Thymus bracteosus, Thymus bractichina, Thymus brevipetiolatus, Thymus broussonetii, Thymus bulgaricus, Thymus bulsanensis, Thymus caespititius, Thymus calcareus,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

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